Pediatric Dentist

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking pediatric healthcare system as a Pediatric Dentist, where you will provide comprehensive oral health care for children in a supportive and innovative environment. This full-time position offers the chance to work with advanced technology, engage in research, and lead interdisciplinary clinics. Enjoy a stable compensation plan, attractive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Be part of a community that values high-quality care and compassionate service, making a significant impact on young patients' lives. This is more than just a job; it's a place to grow and thrive.

Benefits

Attractive guaranteed base salary

Starting bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation and CME time/money

Student loan repayment options

Qualifications

• D.M.D. or D.D.S. degree required from an ADA-accredited dental school.
• Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-spectrum pediatric dental services including preventive care and restorative dentistry.
• Work collaboratively in a clinically oriented environment with access to advanced technology.

Skills

Pediatric Dentistry

Compassionate Care

Preventive Care

Orthodontics

Dento-facial Trauma Management

Restorative Dentistry

Education

D.M.D. or D.D.S. from an ADA-accredited U.S. dental school

Job description

Whether you're a resident, a physician early in your career, or a seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron Children's Hospital offers a unique environment that is hard to describe. You can feel it the moment you walk through the doors and experience it daily with colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once you're here, you know you're home.

Position Description:

We are seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Pediatric Dentist to join our state-of-the-art Pediatric Dentistry Center, located in the new Kay Jewelers Pavilion. This full-time position (may consider part-time) provides the opportunity to deliver comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, and adolescents, addressing a wide range of dental needs both inpatient and outpatient.

Position Highlights:

1. Provide full-spectrum pediatric dental services, including preventive care, interceptive orthodontics, dento-facial trauma management, and restorative dentistry.
2. Work in a collaborative, clinically oriented environment with access to advanced technology and resources.
3. Opportunities for leadership roles and development of interdisciplinary clinics or niche services.
4. Enjoy a stable compensation plan with bonus incentives.
5. Benefit from a comprehensive package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and continuing education support.
6. Participate in research and innovation through the Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute, local universities, and clinical trials.

Position Requirements:

1. D.M.D. or D.D.S. from an ADA-accredited U.S. dental school.
2. Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
3. Ability to obtain and maintain an active dental license in Ohio.
4. A strong commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to pediatric patients.

This position is a 501(c)(3) site qualifying for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

Additional Benefits:

• Attractive guaranteed base salary
• Starting bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment options

Hospital Overview

Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, six regional health centers, and over 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we make it easier for busy families to access high-quality care. We partner with other health systems to extend our neonatal and pediatric expertise into community hospitals.

Ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023, Akron Children's is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, with over a million patient visits annually. We lead in providing comprehensive, innovative pediatric care, education, advocacy, and community service for over 130 years.

As the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the eighth largest in the country, we are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University, involved in medical education and research at the Rebecca D. Considine Clinical Research Institute.

Community Overview

Our communities in Northeast Ohio are deeply connected to our mission and daily life. Working here means engaging with a community that values outdoor activities, sports, cultural diversity, and historical richness. The region offers a variety of recreational opportunities, cultural experiences, and a welcoming environment to live, work, and play.